Are crunches an effective exercise for building the abs?
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Asked by: Anthony Mills
Like situps, crunches help you build muscle. But unlike situps, they work only the abdominal muscles. This intense muscle isolation makes them a popular exercise for people trying to get six-pack abs. This also makes them ideal for strengthening your core, which includes your lower back muscles and obliques.
What does the reverse crunch work?
The reverse crunch primarily works your rectus abdominis (your “six-pack”). The primary function of this muscle is to flex your trunk and spine. Takes strain off your neck.
Is reverse crunch effective?
Bonus: the reverse crunch is also a great mobility exercise, says Charlotte Frazier, trainer and studio manager at F45 Croydon. ‘It’s particularly good if you’re stuck at your desk all day because it massages the spine and the shoulders, helping to ease tension and, as a result, improving your posture,’ she adds.
Is reverse crunch good for belly fat?
Reverse Crunches
The reverse crunch is used on the transverse abdominals, which is the deepest muscle in the stomach. It is one of the most effective moves to lose lower belly fat, especially for women.
